Professional Development Opportunities

NOTE: All Teachers and Directors are welcome to attend any training at any location.

CTSO New Advisor Training

Pima JTED @ Master Pieces 2855 W. Master Pieces Dr., Tucson, AZ, United States

Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSO) will take your CTE Program to the next level! This course is designed for first and second year advisors who want to effectively manage a CTSO. During this course advisors will discuss how to seamlessly integrate a CTSO into their curriculum, brainstorm fundraising opportunities, share strategies for conducting awards […]

CTSO New Advisor Training

Pima JTED @ Master Pieces 2855 W. Master Pieces Dr., Tucson, AZ, United States

Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSO) will take your CTE Program to the next level. Teachers with strong student organizations love the benefits of having students involved in them. Students become leaders, take ownership in their CTE Program, increase their technical knowledge and skill through completion, and make friends. Skills USA, Future Business Leaders of […]

Advanced Methods Of CTE

START @ West-MEC - Glendale, AZ 5405 N. 99th Avenue, Glendale, AZ, United States

Level 4 Prerequisite:  Completion of Instructional Best Practices Day 1 and Day 2 This class is designed for advanced CTE teachers. This course will support teachers’ continuing development as outstanding teachers for CTE programs by examining their personal educational philosophy, instructional design, and methodology. Three major components comprise the course: Examining Beliefs About Learning – […]

$25

Professional Knowledge Assessment Prep Course (PK Test Prep)

Online via Zoom

Session Dates: May 6 - June 17, 2024 Level 2 CTE Class No prerequisite This class is designed for all CTE teachers who must take the Assessment of Professional Knowledge Test. This asynchronous online class allows you to learn at your own pace. You can access lectures, readings, and other learning materials to complete assignments and other […]

$50

Using Advisory Councils Effectively

Pima JTED @ Master Pieces 2855 W. Master Pieces Dr., Tucson, AZ, United States

This interactive workshop is designed to ensure success in the formation and use of industry advisory councils. During this workshop, you will learn how to form a committee, how to conduct useful advisory council meetings, and how to use advisory council members for continuous program improvement. This Premier Series Course is only available to CURRENT […]

Classroom Management (Two-Day Course)

Pima JTED @ Master Pieces 2855 W. Master Pieces Dr., Tucson, AZ, United States

In this course, teachers will enhance classroom management skills by developing procedures and routines that are perfect for YOUR situation. In this course, we will look deeply at the philosophy of “Discipline with Dignity” and develop classroom rules and consequences. Participants will be empowered to create an atmosphere which is conducive to learning and high […]

$100

Formative Assessments in CTE (Virtual)

Online via Zoom

Date: May 7th, 2024 Time: 8:00 am – 4:00 p.m. NOTE: Registration for this Premier Series class will close April 23rd, 2024. A PO must be received before you can attend the class. Course Description: This class will give you an opportunity to look at the big picture of formative assessments. Topics include the role […]

$100

Classroom Management (Virtual)

Online via Zoom

Date: May 15, 2024 Registration closes May 1, 2024.  Time: 8:00 am – 4:00 p.m. NOTE: Registration for this Premier Series class will close November 28th, 2023. A PO must be received before you can attend the class. Course Description: In this course, teachers will enhance classroom management skills by developing procedures and routines that are […]

$100

Instructional Best Practices

START @ West-MEC - Glendale, AZ 5405 N. 99th Avenue, Glendale, AZ, United States

Level 1 No prerequisite This class is designed for all CTE teachers. This course consists of TWO 8-hour classes. You must attend BOTH classes to receive credit.  This course is an introduction to the design and use of CTE curriculum. In this highly engaging course, teachers will focus on the design and delivery of relevant […]

$100

Effective Demonstrations

START @ West-MEC - Glendale, AZ 5405 N. 99th Avenue, Glendale, AZ, United States

Level 2 No prerequisite This class is designed for all CTE teachers. Whether in a welding lab or a bioscience lab, effective demonstrations are crucial. If done correctly, every student can successfully perform the new skill with little or no frustration, without wasted materials, and attain proficiency in a way that will ensure the whole […]

$50

Grading and Assessment (Virtual)

Online via Zoom

Assessing and grading are two different actions. Learn a variety of formative and summative assessment techniques. A major focus is how to assess student work using rubrics. This class will help you create a clear grading policy and develop a variety of ways to assess student learning. How should students in CTE be assessed? How […]

Certification Help

Pima JTED @ Master Pieces 2855 W. Master Pieces Dr., Tucson, AZ, United States

Are you interested in learning how to become a certified CTE Teacher? Are you certified as a CTE Teacher but want a clear plan to remove your deficiencies? Come and learn everything you need to know regarding YOUR certification. NOTE: Please bring a copy of your Standard CTE Teaching Certificate if you have one. No […]

Free